German Shepherd Dog

This rugged and noble breed is ideal as both a work dog and a family companion. Here is everything its owner needs to know about responsible care. Books in the comprehensive and popular Barron's Complete Pet Owner's Manualsseries advise on feeding, health care, housing, and all other important aspects of responsible pet ownership. Each title is individually written from first page to last by a pet trainer, veterinarian, or other pet-care specialist. All Complete Pet Owner's Manualsare filled with high-quality photos and instructive line art.

General Description of the German Shepherd Dog	p. 5
Origin	p. 5
Attributes	p. 5
Understanding German Shepherd Dogs	p. 11
Reputation	p. 11
A Herding Dog at Heart	p. 12
A Dog That Needs Challenges	p. 13
History of the Breed	p. 13
The Breed Standard	p. 15
Choosing a German Shepherd Dog	p. 19
Considerations	p. 19
Lifestyle Questions	p. 19
Male or Female?	p. 22
Puppy or Adult?	p. 22
Acquiring an Adult Dog	p. 23
American or European Dog?	p. 23
Finding a Breeder or Club	p. 24
What to Look For	p. 26
Papers and Pedigree	p. 27
Immunization	p. 27
The Contract of Sale	p. 29
Choosing a Puppy	p. 29
Accommodations for Your Dog	p. 29
Essential Equipment	p. 31
Acclimation and Daily Routine	p. 35
Making Your Home Safe	p. 35
The Trip Home	p. 35
The First Hours at Home	p. 35
The First Nights at Home	p. 37
House-training	p. 37
Crate Training	p. 39
Toys	p. 40
Puppy Development	p. 41
Building Trust	p. 43
Physical Contact	p. 44
Communication	p. 44
Training Your Puppy	p. 47
Living Together	p. 49
Children and Dogs	p. 50
Not Everyone Is a Dog Lover	p. 51
How-To: Train Your Dog	p. 52
Activities and Advanced Training	p. 55
Play and Fitness	p. 55
Finding a Good Dog Club	p. 55
The Right Trainer	p. 57
Exercise with Your Dog	p. 57
Activities with Your Dog	p. 59
Working Dog Sport	p. 60
Feeding and Nutrition	p. 63
The First Days at Home	p. 63
As Your Puppy Grows	p. 63
Ending Puppy Food	p. 64
Choosing a Diet	p. 65
Where and When to Feed	p. 66
Water	p. 67
Overweight Dogs	p. 67
Grooming and Health	p. 69
Start Grooming Early	p. 69
Health Check from A to Z	p. 69
Should I Bathe My Dog?	p. 72
How-To: Grooming	p. 74
Preventive Care and Diseases	p. 77
Your Dog's Health	p. 77
Vaccinations	p. 77
Heartworm Prevention	p. 78
Parasite Control	p. 79
Removing Parasites	p. 79
Detecting Signs of Illness	p. 83
Behavioral Problems	p. 83
Keeping Your Dog Healthy	p. 84
Breed-Related Diseases	p. 87
Euthanasia	p. 91
Information	p. 92
Index	p. 94
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